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The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson talks about the latest attacks lobbed at him and how Trump is lashing inside whatever golf course he currently resides in. Mother Jones's David Corn examines the latest revelations of No Labels looking to throw the 2024 election to Trump. The Washington Post’s Catherine Rampell also details the GOP’s attempts to make the IRS ineffective.  See omnystudio.com/listen...

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Bloomberg Opinion's Tim O'Brien explains how Trump's indictment escalates the partisan divide even further. Semafor's Dave Weigel reveals how the GOP is trying to win over Islamic voters with their culture wars. Author Mattie Kahn discusses her new book, Young and Restless: The Girls Who Sparked America's Revolutions . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Post columnist George Conway talks about Trump's next moves after his indictment. Platformer's Casey Newton talks to us about the increasingly bleak outlook for Twitter's financial future. Then we'll talk to Lashrecse Aird about her run against an anti-choice state senator in the Virginia State House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump's second indictment and what's next in this saga. Former White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain tells us about the importance of implementing President Biden's plans in the next two years. Then, senior editor at The Atlantic Ron Brownstein outlines the significance of the Supreme Court's major voting rights decision. See omnystudio.com/list...

Think Like an Economist's Justin Wolfers, explains why we continue to hear about a recession despite ongoing positive economic reports. Miles Parks from NPR details the Republican's efforts to undermine states' mechanisms for maintaining accurate voter rolls. Additionally, Ryan Mac from The New York Times forecasts a bleak future for Elon Musk's Twitter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Former Republican congresswoman Barbara Comstock discusses the GOP presidential primary field and the differences she observes among the candidates. Reed Galen from The Lincoln Project shares insights on Ron DeSantis' inability to enjoy the campaign trail. Kurt Anderson, author of Evil Geniuses , provides a detailed account of the GOP's departure from reality. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Rep. Becca Balint explains the relationship between the freshmen class of Congress and the rest of the body. Greg Sargent from The Plum Line highlights how Governor DeSantis' culture war tactics are beginning to spark a significant revolt. Matt Bennett from Third Way warns us about No Labels, who are working to get Trump re-elected under the pretense of a third-party candidate. See omnystudio.com/...

E Jean Carrol and her lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, discuss their victory against Donald Trump and what it means to finally hold him accountable. NBC's Jon Allen breaks down the partisan maneuvering surrounding the debt ceiling showdown. Jeff Stein from The Washington Post provides insights into the content of the debt ceiling deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Tammy Baldwin shares her insights on passing bipartisan legislation in 2023. Kim Kelly, author of Fight Like Hell , discusses the resurgence of black lung in West Virginia coal mines and its horrific consequences. James Downie, editor at MSNBC Daily , sheds light on the latest controversies surrounding Ken Paxton's impeachment in the Texas legislature. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Rep. Summer Lee joins us to discuss representing Western Pennsylvania with progressive values. Next, we'll speak with Douglas Rushkoff, author of Survival of the Richest, about AI and the disastrous campaign launch of Ron DeSantis on Twitter. Dana Milbank from The Washington Post gives his insights into the final moments of the debt ceiling showdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Democratic strategist James Carville tells us how he would change the conversation about the debt ceiling. Congressman Eric Swalwell stops by to provide updates on the mess that is the US Congress and discusses how he sees the debt ceiling hostage situation playing out. Then, we'll talk to Nebraska State Senator Megan Hunt about the unprecedented partisanship she observes in her workplace. See omn...

The Lincoln Project's Stuart Stevens plays out the Republican primary and reveals the catch-22 in which the 'also-rans' find themselves. Professor Jason Stanley, author of How Propaganda Works , details what to expect from the Republican Party's continued march towards fascism. Adam Gopnik, from The New Yorker , discusses his latest book, The Real Work: On The Mystery of Mastery . See omnystudio.c...

MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell talks about a hidden historical path around the debt ceiling showdown. Rep. Jake Auchincloss and Lucas Kunce, who is running to unseat Josh Hawley in the Senate, stop by to discuss how ridiculous the sitting senator's new book is. Additionally, The Daily Beast's Sam Brodey discusses the latest antics of the MAGA caucus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries updates us on the debt ceiling showdown, the ban on congressional stock trading, and a host of other issues. Squawk Box's Dan Nathan helps us decipher the difference between America's stock market and its economy. The Nation's Jeet Heer deciphers the controversy surrounding Rudy Giuliani's sexual assault accusation and John Durham's failed attempt to prod...

Congressman Colin Allred makes the case that he can win against Ted Cruz in 2024. The president of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, Maya Wiley, talks about the proper way to address police reform. Additionally, historian Mary Ziegler details the latest developments in reproductive rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mary Trump Show’s Mary Trump explains why she believes Trump's most grotesque moments receive applause from the audience. Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse details the latest revelations on how dark money is corrupting our democracy. Plus, we’re pleased to introduce Greta Kemp Martin, a candidate for Mississippi Attorney General, who aims to unseat the AG who played a role in overturning...

The Daily Show's Roy Wood Jr. explains how to roast the most powerful people in the world. The Bulwark's Tim Miller discusses the potential economic sabotage that Kevin McCarthy is considering. Plus, The Washington Post's Karen Tumulty outlines what's next in the debt ceiling showdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Howard Dean discusses the consequences of Republicans focusing too much on their base. Axios's Felix Salmon talks about his new book, The Phoenix Economy: Work, Life, and Money in the New "Not Normal." Former AFL-CIO political director Mike Podhorzer updates us on America's burgeoning union movement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bulwark's Jonathan Last discusses the difference in how the two parties respond to their base. Mediaite's Aidan McLaughlin reports on the latest leaks Fox News is releasing about Tucker Carlson. FairVote's David Daley provides details on the latest developments in gerrymandering and voter suppression. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson discusses the price the GOP will pay if they fail to pass a debt ceiling bill. Run For Something's Amanda Litman tells us about how they're preparing to win local races in 2024. The Washington Post's Ben Terris talks about his new book, The Big Break: The Gamblers, Party Animals, and True Believers Trying to Win in Washington While America Loses Its Mind . See omn...

Veep's Dave Mandel tells us about his fantastic new show, HBO's The White House Plumbers . Semafor's Ben Smith details his new book, Traffic: Genius, Rivalry and Delusion in the Billion-Dollar Race to Go Viral . NBC's Jon Allen walks us through the latest details of the debt ceiling battle between the parties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sisters In Law podcast host Joyce Vance discusses the many lawsuits surrounding our politics, including Trump’s E. Jean Carrol case. Rolling Stone’s Noah Shachtman tells us about the extensive dossier of dirt Fox News is holding against Tucker Carlson. Plus, The New York Times' Hannah Dreier talks about her blockbuster reporting on child labor exploitation across America. See omnystudio.com/listen...

Pivot host Kara Swisher discusses Elon Musk's recent failures as the head of Twitter. Congressman Jamal Bowman shares his thoughts on how a unified Democratic party can win in the 2024 election. Additionally, Jim Rutenberg from The New York Times attempts to make sense of Tucker Carlson's abrupt departure from Fox News. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project's Stuart Stevens eulogizes Ron DeSantis's 2024 presidential ambitions. The Intercept's Ken Klippenstein details the tensions with Iran that are keeping him up at night. Plus, MoveOn's Rahna Epting walks us through the organization's plan to take back the House for Democrats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.